Bucholz Army Air Field

Airport Airport

IATA Code
KWA
ICAO Code
PKWA
Airport Type
Medium Airport
Class
Unknown

Bucholz Army Airfield (on Kwajalein Atoll / Marshall Islands) is a military airfield with operations controlled by U.S. military forces; it is not a civilian commercial hub. Public access is restricted and operations are primarily military, contractor and authorised visitors.

Bucholz Army Air Field
Elevation: 2 m
8.7201, 167.7320

Terminal Guide for Bucholz Army Air Field #

The airfield has military passenger processing facilities rather than a civilian terminal. Passenger processing and access are governed by base security rules and prior authorisation is normally required for non‑military visitors.

Getting to and From Bucholz Army Air Field #

Access and ground transport are controlled by the military installation; civilian transport options are not the same as at a public airport and are typically arranged by the base or authorised sponsors.

  • Access: Civilian access requires prior approval; do not plan independent transfers without base clearance.
  • On‑base transport: Once authorised, on‑base transport and directions will be provided by the host organisation.

Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Bucholz Army Air Field #

Facilities are military in nature and not the same as a public commercial airport.

  • Lounges / retail: Public lounges and retail shops are limited or unavailable for unauthorised visitors.
  • Food & drink: Mess halls and base facilities serve authorised personnel; external concessions are limited.
  • Wi‑Fi & charging: Connectivity is provided according to base policy and user authorisation.
  • Accessibility: Base facilities follow military protocols; coordinate support through your sponsor.

Tips for Bucholz Army Air Field #

  • This is a U.S. military airfield - access is restricted and typically limited to authorised personnel and approved visitors.
  • If you have business on the atoll, confirm travel approvals and arrival procedures well in advance with your sponsor or the facility point of contact.
  • There are no typical public airport amenities; prepare for limited services and strict base security procedures on arrival.

Weather & Climate near Bucholz Army Air Field #

Climate

Tropical climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 25°C to 31°C. Heavy rainfall (2573 mm/year), wettest in September.

Air Quality: AQI 11 Good
Best Time to Visit
MarchFebruaryJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
30°
Warmest Month
26°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (128 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

68 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
6.8 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.1
UV Index
Extreme
11.6h daylight

February

February is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (94 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

72 Very Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
78%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
6.5 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
11.7h daylight

March

March is hot, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Regular rainfall (97 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.

76 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
6.1 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.7
UV Index
Extreme
12.0h daylight

April

April is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (199 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

68 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
80%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

199 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.2h daylight

May

May is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (226 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

226 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

June

June is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (226 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

226 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.4
UV Index
Extreme
12.5h daylight

July

July is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (258 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

258 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.5
UV Index
Extreme
12.4h daylight

August

August is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (268 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

268 mm
Rainfall
3.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.3h daylight

September

September is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. The wettest month with heavy rain (303 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

70 Very Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

303 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.6
UV Index
Extreme
12.1h daylight

October

October is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (300 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

58 Acceptable

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

300 mm
Rainfall
3.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.3
UV Index
Extreme
11.8h daylight

November

November is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Heavy rain (273 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

66 Good

Comfort

32°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 31°
81%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

273 mm
Rainfall
4.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze
2.0
UV Index
Extreme
11.6h daylight

December

December is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Heavy rain (201 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.

64 Good

Comfort

31°
Feels Like Hot
28°C
Temperature
25° 30°
79%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

201 mm
Rainfall
6.4 m/s
Wind
Breezy
2.0
UV Index
Very High
11.5h daylight

Nearby Cities #